I can optimize spell code

Chapter 58 The Disappointing Guy

At this moment, Rom, who was standing still, was completely immersed in the data streams and code falling from the sky by the system.

As the decompilation progressed, the complex and obscure wood-based code gradually became clear in his eyes.

He discovered that the codes of the nature system were different from the cold physical commands of elemental magic; they seemed to carry with them a kind of vibrant life rhythm.

He was gradually able to understand the whispers of the ancient plants swaying in the wind in the illusion, as well as the true meaning of the runes on the base of the potted plant in his hand.

Rooted in the endless, fertile soil, drawing nourishment from the stars, the moon, and the morning dew.

[Blooming from the lifeless, withered tree, each leaf is a pulse of breath, each root a vein of the earth.]

Not vying for the brilliance of the sun and moon, but only seeking the endless cycle of life...

Haha, no wonder it's an ancient natural life form, writing poetry here.

...

This is a decoding process full of natural harmony and the poetry of life.

[Decompilation complete!]

[Analysis reveals the current basic talent of the Nature type: Nature Perception.]

[Function: By connecting with plants, it can obtain free-floating, pure natural magic and convert it into mental computing power at a 1:1 ratio.]

"Um?"

Luo Mu felt a surge of joy.

It can actually obtain energy from plants?

In this way, wherever there are flowers, grass, and trees, he can replenish the system's computing power anytime, anywhere.

Is "battery range anxiety" now solved?

Just as Rom was secretly excited, he suddenly heard a very faint, almost imperceptible whisper.

The sound actually came directly from the spirit wood sapling he was holding in his hands.

I long for the embrace of the soil, for the kiss of the rain...

But the cold shackles bound my roots, freezing my life within this small patch of withered wood...

I can never wither, nor can I ever truly touch the sunlight...

It's so cold... I want to... grow up...

Luo Mu was slightly taken aback and looked down at the spirit wood in his hand.

This seedling stands all alone, looking so pitiful.

It turns out that plants also have a spirit.

He immediately brought up the system, aimed at the runes carved on the base, and checked the original code that controlled the sapling.

Target = Spirit Tree seedlings;

For (i=0; i

Absorb_Mana (Absorb external testing magic);

Display_Growth (displays the growth visual effect);

Reset_Status(forces a reset of the growth state after the test); // Core deadlock code

Block_Root (blocks the root system, preventing outward root growth);

}

"So it's a high-level sealing rune."

Luo Mu suddenly realized, "In order to make it a test tool that can be used repeatedly, the coder actually added a forced infinite loop, locking its growth permission, so that it can only cycle within a limited range forever, never withering or growing."

Looking at the few trembling tender leaves, Luo Mu felt a pang of pity.

"Since we've run into each other, consider this payment for providing me with the natural science dictionary. I'll patch your jailbreak."

In the void, Rom reached out and typed out an extremely short piece of overwrite code.

【Override_Protocol: Delete (Reset_Status); Delete (Block_Root)】

[Execution coverage.]

……

That's enough.

Krom's slightly cold voice suddenly broke the silence in the office.

He looked at Rom, whose eyes were still closed and whose potted plant remained unchanged, and completely lost his patience.

"The test is over. That's all. Put the Spirit Wood down."

Krom leaned back in his wicker chair, his tone flat yet conveying a sense of detachment.

Jack and Elena exchanged a glance, and the atmosphere suddenly became somewhat awkward as they looked at the lifeless Spiritwood sapling in Rom's hand.

Rom opened his eyes, his expression unchanged, and silently placed the potted plant on the edge of Crom's desk.

"That's all for now. You must be tired from your journey, so go and rest. I'll have my assistant arrange temporary accommodations for you on the outermost edge of the academy. If there's anything else... we can talk about it later."

Krom waved his hand, signaling his green-haired assistant to remove the tea and snacks from the table, clearly indicating that he was asking the guest to leave.

Elena sensed the barely concealed disappointment in Krom's tone.

She couldn't help but feel anxious for Luo Mu, and bracing herself, she took the initiative to speak:

"Professor Crom, Professor Cassius specifically requested in his letter that you arrange for Rom to take the star-level test at the Mage Academy as soon as possible. Could you...?"

"Registration for the Red Dragon City Mage Guild's winter assessment closed three days ago."

Krom took a piece of pristine white parchment from the drawer, picked up a magic pen made of vine, and said calmly without looking up:

"Let's wait until next summer's test registration. We'll use these six months to hone our fundamentals. The guild has strict rules, so this is the only way."

Elena wanted to try again, but Crom interrupted her, already engrossed in writing a letter: "I will personally write a reply to Cassius explaining everything. You should leave now."

The three had no choice but to turn around and leave the office.

As the door closed, the office returned to silence.

Deep green ink seeped from the tip of the wicker pen in Krom's hand, and he began to write fluently on the letter paper.

"My esteemed Lady Cassius:

I have received your letter and met your highly regarded apprentice. As a close friend of many years, I should be delighted. But I must frankly tell you that I am extremely disappointed in your judgment.

I don't understand why you would send me someone with almost zero magical perception and absolutely no talent. Has the chill of Silvershire robbed you of your basic judgment of geniuses?

However, since an old friend has asked me for a favor, I will naturally fulfill my responsibilities as a mentor. I will have him audit classes on the outskirts of the academy, and guide him to try his luck next summer. But please forgive my frankness, such a mediocre talent will probably need an extremely long time to even touch the threshold of becoming a mage…”

—Your loyal and dearest friend, Krom Qingman.

After finishing the letter, Krom folded it, stuffed it into an envelope bearing the Nature Series logo, and sealed it.

"Manman".

He called his assistant and handed him the letter. "Go to the guild's nest and use the Wind Spirit Eagle to mail this letter directly to Cassius in Silver Town."

The assistant took the letter and left.

Krom pinched the bridge of his nose, looked at the tiny, lifeless Spiritwood seedling on the table, which was still only the size of a palm, and couldn't help but shake his head with a wry smile.

"Even my black cat can grow a few leaves just by rubbing against it a couple of times. That kid didn't even manage to unleash a single bit of magic... 'Talent'? Cassius, you've really played a huge joke on me."

As he spoke, Krom reached out to grab the spirit wood bonsai on the edge of the table, intending to put it back in the wooden box.

"Um?"

Krom pinched the base of the potted plant with his fingers and lifted it up forcefully.

However, it was too heavy to lift.

The once light and delicate bonsai now felt as heavy as a thousand pounds, as if it had been nailed firmly to his wooden desk with steel nails.